Around Town

My name is like that block game “Jenga”.  However, I won’t fit in the column of blocks.  I am a short coat, long tailed, male.  I am litter trained.  Look at how nice I pose for a picture.  If you want to adopt me, you can call and make an appointment to see me as the Animal Control has closed …

It has taken me several weeks, but here are the final five suggestions that a man should share with his son when it comes to advice: In all things lead by example, not explanation. Vulnerability is okay and isn’t anything to be ashamed about. It’s not a sign of weakness to speak up. It’s okay for a man to cry. …

Where did that little man in the green outfit go?  He said he would bring me a new companion owner.  I am being so good.  I am a girl, about three years old,  housetrained, a blue, medium sized mix.  I will need my spay surgery soon.  You should see how nice I walk on a leash.  My docket number is …

I have found that there is more advice fathers should share with their sons than I have room for in just one column, so here are five suggestions. The final five will be listed next week. Never turn down a breath mint. Give credit. Take the blame. Stand up to bullies. Protect those that are bullied. Take time to snuggle …

I am well mannered, friendly, and housetrained.  What more can you ask for!  They call me “Lovo”.  My age is six months, and I am a male mix.  I am medium size. My docket number is 47449, at the St. Joseph County Animal Control Shelter located at 652 E. Main St., Centreville, MI.  Animal Control is open Monday – Friday, 9:00 …

A reminder to set your clocks ahead one hour next Saturday night before going to bed. A sure sign that Spring is just around the corner. Twice a year the same question crosses my mind. Why doesn’t someone do something about the semi-annual time changes? At least give us a reason to do this. The week we spent in Florida …

Well, look at me, I am a two year old, female, black and tan mix.  I am on the small to medium size at 40 lbs.  (they feed me good).  If you are a lady, I will make up to you quicker,  I am slow to friend a man.  I would be a great companion for an older lady.   I …

As I’m writing this column, I’m soaking up the sun in Florida. This means that I am not in Three Rivers studying in my office. Therefore, I am out of touch with the heartbeat of my hometown. I won’t be filling you in on any local happenings, but I am including things of interest that I might be enjoying while …

I don’t want to brag, but the staff here say that I walk  on a leash the nicest of any dog they have seen here.  I am housebroke, but piddle when I get excited.  I am five years old.  I need a fenced in yard cause I like to run and run.  I am friendly and loving.  I have been …

There are some politicians who give other politicians a bad name. Years ago, there was a joke going around about politics in Chicago. Rumors about getting names of registered voters from the local cemetery to name just one. Back in the fifties, there were some parents who would have been proud to have a child who wanted to be President …